By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
The ability to vote is one of the most important rights we have as Americans. Whether you’re a fan of Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton, you deserve to make your voice heard in our nation’s political process. Here, our Brooklyn criminal defense lawyers explain how your voting rights are affected by being on probation, being on...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Drug possession may be a frequently charged crime in New York City, but that doesn’t mean it’s nothing to worry about. A conviction could result in serious penalties, including incarceration and expensive fines. It’s important that you are represented by a tough and aggressive drug possession lawyer in Manhattan when facing the charges. Your attorney...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
A DAT is a Desk Appearance Ticket. You may receive a DAT from the NYPD if you are charged with committing a misdemeanor in Queens, such as third degree assault, sexual misconduct, or fourth degree marijuana possession. DATs may also be issued for violations (which are less serious than misdemeanors), or, in very rare cases,...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Defendants are sometimes surprised to learn that most New York criminal cases never make it to trial. According to government statistics, less than 10% of criminal cases reach the trial stage, which takes place late in the criminal court process after arraignment and other hearings and appearances. There are many reasons this can occur. For...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
While bail bonds have some potential drawbacks, they can also be an affordable and convenient way to get a loved one out of jail quickly. This article will help you find bail bond companies located New York City. If one of your family members has been arrested in New York, you should speak to the...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
If you have ever had a family member in jail you know that it can be incredibly difficult to reach them. This can be very troubling because you want to make sure that your loved on is safe and that they are able to communicate with the outside world. If you discover that your family...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
The term “criminal sexual acts” sounds as though it describes a broad group of offenses. In fact, it is a specific crime distinct from other sex offense charges in New York City. A person can be charged with committing a criminal sexual act when he or she engages in anal or oral sex with a...
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
New York’s laws create no fewer than nine distinct criminal offenses related to prostitution: prostitution, prostitution in a school zone, patronizing a prostitute, patronizing a person for prostitution in a school zone, aggravated patronizing a minor for prostitution, promoting prostitution, permitting prostitution, compelling prostitution, and sex trafficking. In this article, our Queens prostitution defense lawyers...
By niftyadmin | | Uncategorized
Sexual abuse and aggravated sexual abuse are serious sex crimes in New York, carrying the potential to be charged as violent felonies. If the defendant is convicted, he or she will face mandatory prison terms due to special sentencing guidelines which apply to violent felony offenses in New York.
By niftyadmin | | Criminal Law
Rape is one of the most serious and heavily penalized crimes a person can be charged with in the state or city of New York. This article will explain New York’s enhanced sentencing laws for rape, and cover some basic requirements of sex offender registration. In light of the extremely severe consequences which can result...
